Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Indiana

A Director of Food and Beverage in the hospitality industry is responsible for overseeing all food and beverage operations within a hotel, restaurant, or similar establishment. This includes planning menus, ensuring quality of products, maintaining inventory, meeting health and safety regulations, and coordinating with other departments to provide an excellent customer experience. They are also tasked with managing budgets, increasing profitability, and setting strategic goals for the department. They often work closely with the executive chef, restaurant manager, and other key personnel to ensure all food and beverage offerings align with the brand's standards and guest expectations.

This position requires a strong background in the foodservice industry, with a keen understanding of food and beverage trends and regulations. Ideally, a Director of Food and Beverage should have a degree in hospitality management, business administration or a related field. They should have excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills, as well as a proven track record in managing a team and improving operational efficiency. Certifications such as Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE) or ServSafe can be beneficial for this role. Prior to becoming a Director of Food and Beverage, a person might serve in roles such as Restaurant Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, or Assistant Director of Food and Beverage.

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Director of Dining Services - Greater Indianapolis Area

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago

Compass Corporate Salary: $75000 - $80000 / year Other Forms of Compensation: N/A A family of companies and experiences As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA...

Dining Services Manager

  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 1 day ago

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your...

Director of Dining Services - Greater Indianapolis

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

Salary: $75000 - $80000 / year Other Forms of Compensation: N/A A family of companies and experiences As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our...

Assistant Director of Food and Beverage

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

This includes property beverage and restaurant operations, ensuring consistent beverage cost controls are in place as well as great associate and customer experiences....

Culinary Services Director

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 days ago

Perks and Benefits*: Earn up to 1% wage increase every Quarter Sinceri Senior Living Discount Marketplace Work for us and earn $1000 for each person you refer and is hired Access to earned wages...

Assistant Director of Food Services

  • Logansport, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Logansport, IN
  • 5 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY At Trilogy, you'll experience a caring, supportive community that values each team member. We prioritize meaningful relationships, genuine teamwork, and continuous growth. With...

Food & Beverage Supervisor

  • Fishers, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Fishers, IN
  • 5 days ago

POSITION: Food & Beverage Supervisor DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage REPORTS TO: Food and Beverage Manager/Assistant Food and Beverage Manager FLSA STATUS: Hourly, Non Exempt LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL Two...

Culinary Services Director Specialist

  • Carmel, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Carmel, IN
  • 7 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Associate's or bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2 years of culinary management experience, or 5 years of experience as a chef/manager....

Food and Beverage Supervisor

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 14 days ago

Investigates and resolves food quality and service complaints. Maintain credit policies in the restaurant/bar. Performs all other duties as directed by immediate managers....

Dining Services Manager

  • Bristow, IN
  • 18 days ago
  • Bristow, IN
  • 18 days ago

We rely on and trust our Dining Services Manager to manage the operation of the Dietary Department to include staffing, food ordering and preparation, food delivery and clean-up in accordance with...

Retail Director Dining Services - Indiana University - Indianapolis

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 19 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 19 days ago

Maintain client and customer happiness by ensuring food quality and customer service standards are met consistently....

Manager, F&B

  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 20 days ago
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 20 days ago

operations preferred Available to work when needed, including weekends, holidays, and nights EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE At least 2 years' experience leading high volume food and beverage operations...

Restaurant Bar Manager

  • Bloomington, IN
  • 23 days ago
  • Bloomington, IN
  • 23 days ago

In this Ocharley Restaurant Management (RM) role, you will manage restaurant front of house / service teams along with assistant manager roles and duties working as a member of the restaurant management...

Assistant Director of Food Services

  • Lebanon, IN
  • 29 days ago
  • Lebanon, IN
  • 29 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY: At Trilogy, youll experience a caring, supportive community that values each team member. We prioritize meaningful relationships, genuine teamwork, and continuous growth. With...

Assistant Director of Food Services

  • Avon, IN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Avon, IN
  • 30+ days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY: At Trilogy, youll experience a caring, supportive community that values each team member. We prioritize meaningful relationships, genuine teamwork, and continuous growth. With...

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Indiana

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Indiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.2%
Associate's Degree
17.1%
High School or GED
14.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Master's Degree
10.0%
Some College
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Food and Beverages in Indiana
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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